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U.S. House Passes Resolution to End Military Operations Against Iran

From Dnevnik · () Bulgarian

Translated from Bulgarian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The U.S. House of Representatives adopted a resolution to end military operations against Iran.
  • The bipartisan vote, 215-208, pressures the Trump administration to find a resolution to the conflict.
  • This marks the first time such a resolution has passed the House since the conflict began over three months ago.

In a significant bipartisan vote, the U.S. House of Representatives has passed a resolution aimed at blocking further American strikes against Iran. The measure, approved by a narrow margin of 215-208, signals increasing pressure on the Trump administration to de-escalate and find a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict.

We must follow the law. We have passed 60 days, so you have two choices: either you respect the law, or you modify it. You cannot violate it. That is not an option.

— Brian FitzpatrickRepublican Representative explaining his vote in favor of the resolution to end military operations against Iran, citing the War Powers Act.

This vote represents a historic moment, being the first time a resolution of this nature has successfully passed the House since hostilities commenced over three months ago. Four Republican representatives joined Democrats in supporting the measure, defying the administration's stance. Representative Brian Fitzpatrick of Pennsylvania cited the need for strict adherence to the War Powers Act of 1973, stating, "We must follow the law... You cannot violate it. That is not an option."

Despite the resolution's passage, its future is uncertain, as it faces a probable veto from President Trump. However, the vote sends an unprecedented political signal to the White House. House Speaker Mike Johnson had previously attempted to block the resolution, labeling it "premature," "very negative," and "dangerous for the country," while asserting that military objectives had been met and a peace deal was being finalized.

The House of the people sends a message: this war must end.

— Thomas MassieRepresentative Thomas Massie commenting on the House vote on social media.

The conflict, initiated by joint U.S.-Israeli strikes against Iran on February 28, has incurred substantial costs. The Pentagon estimated the war had already cost $29 billion by May, a figure some analysts believe is underestimated. The resolution's adoption, even with a potential veto, underscores a growing congressional dissent against prolonged military engagement and highlights the legislative branch's assertion of its war powers.

The military operation, codenamed 'Epic Fury,' was 'concluded' and that all American objectives had been 'well-defined' and 'achieved.'

— Mike JohnsonHouse Speaker defending the administration's position and calling the resolution 'premature,' 'very negative,' and 'dangerous for the country.'
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Originally published by Dnevnik in Bulgarian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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